Abijith Subramanian

Results-driven Procurement and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) professional with experience managing end-to-end procurement operations, vendor relationships, purchase order processing, invoice management, and financial controls. Skilled in SAP S/4HANA and advanced Microsoft Excel. Proven ability to optimize procurement processes, ensure compliance with internal controls, improve vendor performance, and support strategic sourcing initiatives.

PROCUREMENT ANALYST at ROOTS CORPORATION (2024-02 – 2026-05)

• Managed end-to-end P2P operations including PR, PO, GRN, invoice verification, and vendor payments.
• Created and maintained Purchase Orders in SAP S/4HANA, ensuring accurate pricing, payment terms, and GL coding.
• Streamlined PR-to-PO conversion by validating cost centers and ensuring DoA compliance.
• Issued and evaluated RFQs, analyzing supplier quotations based on cost, quality, and delivery requirements.
• Managed relationships with 200+ global vendors and ensured adherence to contractual obligations.
• Negotiated supplier payment terms, contributing to improved cash flow and cost efficiencies.
• Coordinated Goods Receipt (MIGO) activities and reconciled inventory records to minimize discrepancies.
• Performed high-volume 3-way matching of PO, GRN, and invoices, resolving blocked invoices and payment exceptions.
• Investigated pricing and quantity variances, collaborating with suppliers to obtain credit notes and resolve disputes.
• Maintained vendor master data and ensured data accuracy across procurement systems.
• Supported month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Conducted spend analysis and KPI reporting to identify savings opportunities and improve supplier performance.
• Leveraged SAP S/4HANA and advanced Excel for procurement reporting and process optimization.
• Ensured compliance with procurement policies, tax regulations, and internal controls.